Jasen Vinlove-Imagn Images Who do you think should be the number one overall pick in the NFL Draft? Today officially marks two weeks to go until the NFL Draft hits. It goes without saying that this will be an incredibly important few days for the Dallas Cowboys as far as the 2025 season is concerned, and certainly beyond that as you have to be able to stock your roster with options that can help you for a handful of years. Across the league though, there are a number of questions that we are anxious to answer. Someone like Travis Hunter is incredibly rare entering the NFL, so seeing where he winds up and whether or not he can play both ways at the professional level will be fun to track regardless of where he winds up. Some would argue (and have) that Hunter should be the top pick in the draft. Obviously positional relevance comes into play in these kinds of things and there is none more valuable than quarterback. It feels safe to assume that Miami’s Cam Ward will go number one overall to the Tennessee Titans. Should he, though? Or should Tennessee consider a different direction? For our Thursday discussion here on the blog we want to know what should happen with the number one overall pick in your opinion?

Think you can figure out which Cowboys player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Hey Cowboys fans! We’re back for another day of the Blogging The Boys in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in this Google Form. If you can’t see the game due to Apple News or another service, click this game article. Previous games Wednesday, April 9, 2025Tuesday, April 8, 2025Monday, April 7, 2025 Play more SB Nation in-5 trivia games NFL in-5MLB in-5MMA in-5 Blogging The Boys in-5 instructions The goal of the game is to guess the correct Cowboys player with the help of up to five clues. We’ll mix in BOTH ACTIVE AND RETIRED PLAYERS. It won’t be easy to figure it out in one or two guesses, but some of you might be able to nail it. After you correctly guess the player, you can click “Share Results” to share how you did down in the comments and on social media. We won’t go into other details about the game as we’d like your feedback on it. How it plays, what you think of it, the difficulty level, and anything else you can think of that will help us improve this game. You can provide feedback in the comments of this article, or you can fill out this Google Form. Enjoy!

Photo by Johnnie Izquierdo/Getty Images Here is our scouting report on Demetrius Knight from South Carolina We continue our 2025 NFL Draft preview of draft prospects that could interest the Dallas Cowboys. Today we are looking at linebacker Demetrius Knight from South Carolina. Demetrius Knight II LBSouth Carolina GamecocksSenior3-star recruit 6’2”235 lbs Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images History Demetrius Knight II was raised in Locust Grove, Georgia, and attended Strong Rock Christian School. His high school career was distinguished by his dual-threat quarterback play, amassing over 1,000 passing and rushing yards in his senior year. He also set a school record with a 99-yard touchdown run. He began his collegiate career at Georgia Tech, later transferring to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and concluded his playing career at the University of South Carolina. In 2019, Knight appeared in all 12 games as a reserve linebacker for Georgia Tech. He recorded 18 tackles, two tackles-for-loss, and added one sack. Notably, he forced a fumble recovered for a touchdown against Miami. His versatility was evident as he also had pass breakups and defended passes. The next year he played in eight games for the Yellow Jackets. Knight amassed 18 tackles, with one for loss, and forced a fumble. He matched his season-high of four tackles three times, including games against Florida State, UCF, and Notre Dame. His consistent performance highlighted his growing impact on the team’s defense. In 2021, Knight played in all 12 games, primarily as a reserve linebacker and special teams contributor. He recorded six tackles, with a standout play being a 37-yard fumble return to set up a touchdown against North Carolina. Additionally, he completed his first career pass attempt on a fake punt against Boston College. In 2022, Knight participated in the first four games for Georgia Tech, registering nine tackles. Following the dismissal of head coach Geoff Collins, Knight remained on the bench for the remainder of the season. In 2023, Knight transferred to Charlotte, where he had a standout season. He led the team with 96 tackles, ranking second in the AAC. His performance included six tackles for loss, 1.5 sacks, and three interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown against Maryland. His contributions earned him Second-Team All-AAC honors. In his final collegiate year, Knight transferred again, this time to South Carolina. He served as a team leader, earning the Rex Enright Team Captain title and the Most Outstanding Senior award. He played in all 13 games, starting ten, and was second on the team with 82 tackles. His season totals featured eight tackles for loss, two sacks, three forced fumbles, and an interception that secured a win against Clemson. His leadership and performance were recognized with an Honorable Mention All-SEC selection. Knight is related to former NFL Pro Bowler DeAngelo Hall and is also a distant cousin of music legends Gladys Knight and Aretha Franklin. 2024 Statistics 572 Defensive Snaps82 Total Tackles8 Tackles For Loss11 Missed Tackles29 Defensive Stops12 Total Pressures 2 Sacks1 Pass Breakup3 Forced Fumbles1 Penalty NFL Combine/Pro Day 10-Yard Split- 1.58s (75%)40-Yard Dash- 4.58 (83%)Vert- 31.5” (22%)Broad- 118” (56%)Shuttle- 4.25s (64%)3C- 7.12s (50%)Bench- 22 Reps (51%) Awards Second-team All-AAC (2023) Scorecard Overall- 83.2Speed- 81Acceleration- 82Agility- 69Strength- 79Tackling- 79Pass Rush- 68Run Defense- 82Coverage- 80Discipline- 97 THE GOOD His background as a quarterback gives him exceptional vision and anticipation, which helps him identify gaps and react to both run and pass plays. Shows good agility and speed which allows him to cover a lot of ground. Has an innate ability to read the quarterback’s eyes, which translates to strong pass coverage skills and an aptitude for forcing turnovers. Has a relentless motor and pursuit to the ball. He can adapt to different schemes and assignments very easily. Whether it’s dropping into coverage, coming up in run support, or even occasionally blitzing, during his time at three different colleges he’s shown great versatility. A born leader in the locker room and on the field. TAPE TIME LB Demetrius Knight South Carolina ✅ THE GOOD✅#scouting #NFLDraft #GameCocks pic.twitter.com/IwOmLDefkj — Mike Poland (@kenfigkowboy) April 6, 2025 THE BAD Can sometimes be overaggressive in his pursuit, which leads to missed tackles. Pursuit angles remain an area for growth. Can struggle to consistently shed blockers when engaging in run defense. There are moments when his anticipation leads to overcommitting, which can leave gaps in his zone assignments. Has had issues with miscommunication which resulted in missed assignments, leaving gaps in the defense. When facing receivers or running backs who change direction rapidly, his speed to cover ground can lag. TAPE TIME LB Demetrius Knight South Carolina ❌ THE BAD❌#scouting #NFLDraft #GameCocks pic.twitter.com/PukzHX0CbU — Mike Poland (@kenfigkowboy) April 6, 2025 THE FIT Demetrius Knight Jr. projects as a dynamic, multi-dimensional linebacker who could excel in NFL defenses that value versatility and high football IQ. His ability to impact the game in both run support and pass coverage makes him an intriguing prospect. With continued refinement he has the potential to evolve into a cornerstone of a modern NFL defense, especially in schemes that reward athleticism and proactive play recognition. In terms of areas of development, Knight needs to work on refining his tackling technique to avoid over-aggressiveness that sometimes leads to missed tackles, while also improving his ability to shed blockers effectively through better hand usage. Additionally, enhancing his lateral quickness in open-field pursuits will help him maintain tight coverage against speedy opponents, and bolstering his communication on the field will ensure better alignment and assignment execution with teammates. Addressing these areas will allow him to fully leverage his athleticism and high football IQ as he transitions to the next level. For the Dallas Cowboys, Knight would be a natural fit due to his versatile skill set and high football IQ. His ability to diagnose plays quickly and contribute both in run support and pass coverage aligns well with the Cowboys’ defensive schemes, which emphasize flexibility and athleticism at the linebacker position. Additionally, his leadership

Photo by John McGloughlin/ISI Photos/Getty Images Our latest Cowboys roundtable on Joe Milton III, Omarion Hampton at pick 12, and Luke Schoonmaker Every week, we gather the latest news about the Dallas Cowboys and seek our writer’s perspective on each headline. Welcome back to the roundtable. This week we have Jess Haynie, David Howman, Tom Ryle, and Brian Martin. Does the recent addition of QB Joe Milton III mean Dallas is no longer in the market for a backup QB in this year’s draft? The Cowboys made another surprising trade this offseason, this time for quarterback Joe Milton III, sending a fifth-round draft pick to New England in exchange for Milton and a seventh-round draft pick. This move looks to add immediate depth to the Cowboys’ quarterback room. With Milton’s presence designed to stabilize the backup QB position, the Cowboys can reallocate draft resources to address other positional needs, potentially focusing on offensive line depth or the defensive line in order to build a more balanced and competitive roster in Day 3 of the draft. Jess: Not necessarily. I think it means they’ll chill on Day 3, unless something really wild happens with someone dropping. So we’re probably out on the likes of Kyle McCord, Tyler Shough, or Riley Leonard. But let’s say Jaxson Dart falls to the third round; why wouldn’t the Cowboys still consider that? Milton was just a sixth-round pick himself, so if the scouts think a certain higher-tier prospect has more potential then they have no reason not to further upgrade the QB pipeline. Brian: I would think so. It was rumored the Cowboys were looking to draft a developmental QB and accomplished that goal by trading for Joe Milton. There is no need to waste another draft pick on the position, especially considering the 2025 QB draft class is less than inspiring to begin with. Howman: Very likely, yes. If there’s a quarterback available in the later rounds that Dallas really likes, they’re not going to pass on him, but the Milton addition was done, in part, because this is a fairly weak quarterback class. I would imagine Milton takes the place of a rookie quarterback this year. Tom: I don’t expect them to use a draft pick on one, especially with Will Grier still under contract. I do think they’ll sign a UDFA for a camp arm, but the picks should go to fill other needs. If RB Omarion Hampton is the Cowboys’ first selection in the draft at pick 12, how does that make you feel? The Cowboys have shown significant interest in North Carolina’s running back Omarion Hampton as a potential selection with their 12th overall pick in this year’s NFL Draft. Hampton has been climbing draft boards the past few days. This has lead to discussions about his value and fit with the Cowboys. Some people, however, question the value of selecting a running back so early, especially given the depth of talent available at the position in later rounds. The Cowboys’ decision will likely hinge on their assessment of Hampton’s immediate impact potential when they met with him during one of the team’s 30-visits. Jess: As someone who won’t be doing cartwheels if Ashton Jeanty is the pick, I’m going to be livid if we reach on Hampton. The “he’d be RB1 most years” line doesn’t give me comfort. He’s clearly not seen as the generational talent that Jeanty is, so why just settle on him at 12 because he’s the next-best RB on the board? It’s hard to imagine there won’t be superior talents available from other positions. Brian: I’m actually a big fan of Omarion Hampton, so I wouldn’t be completely disappointed if he was Dallas’ selection with the 12th overall pick. Having said that though, I wonder what other players are still on the board because there’s several I’d draft ahead of him who could still be available. Plus, I think the Cowboys could trade down and still land Hampton and also acquire extra draft capital. Howman: I’ll be irate. This is the deepest running back class in decades, so there’s no reason to take such a low-value position with such a premium draft pick. Omarion Hampton is a fun prospect, but there are backs in this draft who will have just as much success that you can get in the third, fourth, and even fifth round. Taking Hampton at 12 would be a colossal waste of resources. Tom: Not a fan of a RB at 12, and if it isn’t the best one in the class, I’m really out. A pass rusher, OL reinforcements, or a dynamic WR2 all make better sense to me. Now if the question was would I be surprised, no, I wouldn’t. The Cowboys always think they are the smartest guys in the room and can get way too cute. Could Luke Schoonmaker’s breakout season be coming? Luke Schoonmaker’s performance during Ferguson’s injury-related absences in 2024 showcased some interesting potential. In five games where Schoonmaker started, he recorded 17 receptions for 153 yards and a touchdown. His touchdown was in fact the only one scored by a tight end last season. This experience has positioned him as a strong contender for increased playing time. The upcoming season may see a competitive dynamic between Schoonmaker and Jake Ferguson. Schoonmaker’s development and on-field contributions will be pivotal in enhancing the Cowboys’ offensive versatility. HOW ABOUT THOSE COWBOYS! DALLAS EXTENDS THEIR LEAD OVER WASHINGTON! ( : @NFL) pic.twitter.com/jsRZmCowiO — theScore (@theScore) November 24, 2024 Jess: Probably not, but that’s not about Schoonmaker’s potential. Jake Ferguson is likely still TE1 or at least they’d be in a timeshare, which means neither puts up huge numbers. While Schoonmaker is the superior athlete, Ferguson’s experience and chemistry with Dak Prescott will make him hard to beat. There’s also the chance that Dallas uses its first-round pick on Tyler Warren, who obviously becomes the new starter. Either Ferguson or Schoonmaker may end up traded in that scenario. Brian:

Denny Simmons / The Tennessean / USA TODAY NETWORK The Dallas Cowboys have a new offensive lineman The draft may be the thing that is on everyone’s mind in the NFL, but free agency is a year-round activity, not just a few weeks in March. The Dallas Cowboys aren’t finished in free agency, adding another name to the roster. After working out offensive lineman Saahdiq Charles a few days ago, the Cowboys will sign him to a one-year contract. The Cowboys are signing OL Saahdiq Charles to a one-year deal, according to a source. He worked out for the team last week. He retired last season after signing with Tennessee following a four-year run with Washington. He has 18 starts in 35 games. — Todd Archer (@toddarcher) April 9, 2025 Charles is coming out of retirement after leaving the game last year during training camp with the Tennessee Titans. He was originally a fourth-round pick by Washington. He started 18 games for the team, and participated in 35 games during his four years with the franchise. He signed with the Titans in free agency last year, and was even given a starting guard designation, but he abruptly retired. The Cowboys have depth questions on their offensive line, while also looking to replace Zack Martin at guard. Earlier in free agency they signed Robert Jones who also plays guard, so the team is providing plenty of competition for Brock Hoffman as they look to solidify the right side.

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images Are you team over or under on the Cowboys win total? With free agency pretty much done and the draft just a little away, the Dallas Cowboys offseason is moving along. The 2025 season represents a new era for the team as Brian Schottenheimer takes over as the new head coach. He’s brought a mostly brand-new staff, but also has former Cowboys linebacker coach Matt Eberflus back in Dallas as the defensive coordinator. So far the Cowboys have been very active in free agency and in trades, but mostly in the bargain-bin, and with plenty of hope that some former high draft picks will turn their game around in Dallas. Compared to the very stagnant 2024 offseason, this offers some optimism. But the Cowboys roster still has some big holes like a WR2, another cornerback, and a running back. And Dak Prescott will be returning from injury, and Trevon Diggs’ medical situation is still a bit of an unknown. So we want to know where you stand looing ahead to 2025. The Cowboys over/under for wins in 2025 is 7.5 games. That feels low considering a beat up, undermanned unit managed seven last season. But you may feel different. Vote in the poll and then hit the comments. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Dallas Cowboys fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Please take our survey

Tim Heitman-Imagn Images DeMarvion Overshown will officially be wearing number 0 for the Dallas Cowboys. History has been made for the Dallas Cowboys. For the first time ever the Cowboys will have a player wearing number 0. It will, unsurprisingly, be linebacker DeMarvion Overshown. Agent 0 ‍♂️ ️: https://t.co/KrouHxWpvI pic.twitter.com/2qr6MsaFOG — Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) April 9, 2025 This will come as no surprise to anyone who followed Overshown’s career at the University of Texas where he wore the number. Wearing number 0 has become more vogue over the last few years, so much so that the NFL began allowing players to do it in 2023. Overshown was a logical choice to wear it as he was drafted by the team that year, but Dallas has not had anyone wear it, partly because Rowdy (yes, the mascot) wears 00. I’m serious, unfortunately. It appears that those days are gone as the Cowboys are now letting Overshown don the digit, whenever we do see him again (he may miss all of the 2025 season, but we will obviously see as it goes along). For what it’s worth, it appears that this has been in the works for a while as Overshown posted about “news” developing last week and noted an announcement was coming, but then he got mysteriously quiet on social media. Who knows what went into that.

Think you can figure out which Cowboys player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out in our new guessing game! Hey Cowboys fans! We’re back for another day of the Blogging The Boys in-5 daily trivia game. Game instructions are at the bottom if you’re new to the game! Feel free to share your results in the comments and feedback in this Google Form. If you can’t see the game due to Apple News or another service, click this game article. Previous games Tuesday, April 8, 2025Monday, April 7, 2025Sunday, April 6, 2025 Play more SB Nation in-5 trivia games NFL in-5MLB in-5MMA in-5 Blogging The Boys in-5 instructions The goal of the game is to guess the correct Cowboys player with the help of up to five clues. We’ll mix in BOTH ACTIVE AND RETIRED PLAYERS. It won’t be easy to figure it out in one or two guesses, but some of you might be able to nail it. After you correctly guess the player, you can click “Share Results” to share how you did down in the comments and on social media. We won’t go into other details about the game as we’d like your feedback on it. How it plays, what you think of it, the difficulty level, and anything else you can think of that will help us improve this game. You can provide feedback in the comments of this article, or you can fill out this Google Form. Enjoy!

Eric Hartline-Imagn Images The latest news from around the division. Dan Quinn explains how he helped turn the Commanders around – Ivan Lambert, USA Today Quinn’s turnaround of the Commanders started from day one. Dan Quinn took the job as Commanders head coach in 2024 and made it clear, “We are not going to be for everybody.” A guest on the “Glue Guys Podcast” recently, Quinn and GM Adam Peters made it clear from day one, to those who wanted to coach and work with the Commanders and those who wanted to play for the Commanders, there were going to be standards, there were going to be boundaries and Peters and Quinn were going to work hard to be consistent in maintaining those from the start. Quinn told the hosts that he and Peters understood not everyone would buy in, and therefore, they had to be willing to move on from some people. “It wasn’t like a threat, though,” insisted Quinn. “I just wanted to make sure it was like, ‘This is how we are going to do things moving forward.’” One of Quinn’s keys was conveying to the Commanders that it was not Quinn’s team. Rather, it’s our team, and all of the team needs to buy in together, hold each other accountable, and encourage each other to the standard. The overall principle Quinn employs and preaches is “Protect the Team.” That is, whatever situation arises, what would protect the team? What would be best for the team? The standards come into play in how the teammates and coaches work together. Quinn expressed, “Now it is so much easier when it comes to accountability, because it is not like, ‘This is what I (Quinn) said’. No, it is, ‘This is what we said.’” Quinn clearly stated, “The tighter (closer) a team gets, the better you are going to play. And all of us who have been on good teams have been in pretty good locker rooms. So I want them to be able to be themselves around one another, and that includes game day.” Giants may need to pivot draft plan after latest Browns update – Kevin Hickey, SportingNews.com It seems New York’s top two needs may go in the two picks before them. What the New York Giants plan to do in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft remains a mystery, but things are becoming clearer as the biggest weekend of the offseason approaches. With just over two weeks remaining until the Giants are on the clock at No. 3 overall, their franchise-altering decision hinges largely on what the Tennessee Titans and Cleveland Browns do with the two selections ahead of them. As it currently stands, quarterback Cam Ward is the overwhelming favorite to go to Tennessee at No. 1 overall. The pipe dream of the Giants trading up to the top overall spot is dead, which means the other prospects New York is considering falls between edge rusher Abdul Carter, two-way star Travis Hunter and quarterback Shedeur Sanders. In recent weeks, Hunter has seemingly emerged as the preferred option for New York. However, the latest update from Adam Schefter of ESPN suggests the Browns are planning on taking the Heisman-winning superstar ahead of the Giants. After signing Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston to contracts in free agency, the Giants have seemingly built their roster to afford them the flexibility of passing on a quarterback at No. 3 overall. They can still take Sanders at No. 3 if they’re convicted in their belief that he’s a franchise player, but they don’t have to force the selection after their free agency moves. If Ward and Hunter are the selections ahead of the Giants, it wouldn’t be a surprise if Carter was the selection. Despite the fact that edge rusher isn’t a priority, a team can never have too many pass-rushers, especially when a prospect with Carter’s upside comes along. Yay or nay? Eagles face a tricky situation with Jordan Davis and his fifth-year option – Jake Beckman, Fansided.com The NFL draft will likely determine Jordan Davis’ future. The next big thing in the NFL calendar is the draft at the end of the month. Shortly after that, though, comes May 1 — the deadline for teams to exercise the fifth-year options on their 2022 first-round draft pick. That means the Philadelphia Eagles need to make a decision on Jordan Davis. It’s a tricky situation because Davis is obviously a really valuable part of the defense, but relative to other first-round defensive linemen, he hasn’t exactly developed as well as you would’ve hoped. A fifth-year option on a nose tackle? Fifth-year options are weird. There are four different tiers, and the price for each option is dependent on the guy’s position and what tier he falls into. There’s a tier for players who have been pro bowlers for multiple years, a tier for someone who was a pro bowler once, a tier based on a lot of playing time, and then a tier for everyone else. Jordan Davis falls into that last tier. That means if the Eagles exercised his option, he would be paid a fully guaranteed $12.9 million (per OverTheCap) for that fifth year. It’s worth noting that it also makes players’ fourth-year money become guaranteed, but that doesn’t matter for Davis because all of his rookie contract already is guaranteed. If the Eagles did go the fifth-year option route, it’d be weird and a little contrary to all of their other money-saving moves they’ve made so far this offseason, but it wouldn’t be the worst thing in the world. He’s only 25 years old, so throwing an $8 million to $10 million (per year) contract his way seems like it’d be a good move. That way, he can be extended if he breaks out in years four and five, or they can move on if they need to. It just stinks for Davis because not only was he drafted the year before Jalen Carter,

Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images If Dallas plays it safe in the first round, these five players make sense. There’s no such thing as a “can’t miss” prospect in the first round when it comes to the NFL draft year after year and the 2025 draft class is no exception. Like every other team are in the league, the Dallas Cowboys have had their fair share of first-round busts, but thankfully have hit on their picks much more than they missed. Barring a trade, the Cowboys currently hold the 12th overall pick in the first round this year. There are a number of prospects they could be eyeing with that selection, some of which are closer to “can’t misses” than others. Keeping with that line of thinking, here are the safest first-round prospects for Dallas. RB Ashton Jeanty, Boise State While it’s true the depth of the 2025 RB draft class is a deep one, it’s also true Ashton Jeanty is in a class of his own amongst his peers. Because of that, he may already be off the board when the Cowboys are on the clock with the 12th overall pick in the first round, but if still available he’s the closest thing to a “can’t miss” prospect in the entire draft class. There is zero concern how his skill set will translate to the NFL or the immediate impact he’ll make. OT/G Armand Membou, Missouri From his skill set to his size and length, Armand Membou is the safest prospect for the Cowboys if they are looking to upgrade their offensive line with the 12th overall pick in the first round. He has the length and agility to remain at right tackle in the NFL, but his strength and athleticism gives him the position flex to kick inside to guard where he would be a plug-and-play starter for the recently retired Zack Martin at right guard in Dallas. WR Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona The Cowboys are looking for a Robin to pair with CeeDee Lamb’s Batman and Tetairoa McMillan is the safest WR prospect to fill that role. An argument could be made Emeka Egbuka since he’s considered the most pro-ready, however, McMillan is more of the “X” WR Dallas needs in order to continue using No. 88 predominately out of the slot. McMillan is a WR2 who immediately upgrades Dallas’ aerial attack and red zone offense. TE Tyler Warren, Penn State There’s rumors the Cowboys could be looking to sign Jake Ferguson to a contract extension, but they could avoid that and upgrade their TE1 by drafting Tyler Warren. Warren was a do-it-all player at Penn State who could step in as a rookie and be the best TE Dallas has had since Jason Witten. He would immediately help take pressure off of CeeDee Lamb in the passing game and also give Dak Prescott a big target go-to security blanket. CB Jahdae Barron, Texas With Will Johnson’s injury concerns, Jahdae Barron is the safest CB prospect for the Cowboys. He lacks the ideal size and length Dallas has looked for in years past, but his football IQ and effectiveness in coverage and run defense is tailor-made for Matt Eberflus’ scheme. He could be a starter on the outside, or step in to replace Jourdan Lewis in the slot from Day 1 with the Cowboys as a rookie.